1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 42 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 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 326 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 2600 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 59 L |