1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Peugeot 605

To start off, 1997 Peugeot 605 is newer by 32 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 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 605. (136 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.

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, 1997 Peugeot 605, 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 605. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 605.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 1997 Peugeot 605
Make Alfa Romeo Peugeot
Model 2600 605
Year Released 1965 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2584 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1374 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2810 mm


 

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