1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 79 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 2600 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
