1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 634 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mahindra Scorpio 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 | 2006 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mahindra |
Model | 2600 | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2607 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |