1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 549 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2011 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
Model | 2600 | Rodius |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |