1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E 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, 1997 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 224 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1997 Tata E | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Tata |
Model | 2600 | E |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |