1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 43 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 2600 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
