1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 193 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 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Suzuki |
| Model | 2600 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
