1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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, 2007 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra, 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 (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
