1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2001 Subaru HM-01 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 100 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 328 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 Subaru HM-01, 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 2600 | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2320 mm |
