1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2002 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 37 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, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2002 Hyundai Elantra, 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 (188 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2002 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 2600 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
