1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 100 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2001 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GAZ |
Model | 2600 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |