1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 47 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. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Delta weights approximately 178 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Delta. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | 2600 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
