1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Opel Astra

To start off, 2001 Opel Astra 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Astra weights approximately 133 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 Opel Astra, 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) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Astra. (170 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Astra.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 2001 Opel Astra
Make Alfa Romeo Opel
Model 2600 Astra
Year Released 1965 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2582 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 170 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 182 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1217 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 58 L


 

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