1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 106 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, 2000 Citroen C5, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2600 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
