1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 28 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Mazda 626. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda 626 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
