1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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 153 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 Mazda Etude, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Etude |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
