1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 956 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 2600 | Express |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3440 mm |