1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1983 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Delta is newer by 18 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (250 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Delta weights approximately 154 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1983 Lancia Delta 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, 1983 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 1983 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1983 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 2600 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |
