1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 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 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 221 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, 2001 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 2600 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
