1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 323 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 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
