1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 1 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda 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, 2006 Fiat Panda 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 2600 | Panda |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |