1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2006 Fiat Strada, 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 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 Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2600 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
