1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 46 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 129 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, 2011 Fiat Fiorino, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2600 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
