1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 38 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 339 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.
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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
Model | 2600 | 6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |