1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volvo |
Model | 2600 | 265 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |