1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 40 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 414 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
