1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 129 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.
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 Ford Puma, 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
