1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 2600 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1404 mm |