1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is newer by 13 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 83 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1978 Volkswagen Iltis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Iltis will offer significantly more control. 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis. (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1978 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2600 | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
