1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 31 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 136 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2600 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
