1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 160 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 Hyundai i40, 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hyundai |
| Model | 2600 | i40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
