1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
| Model | 2600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2512 mm |
