1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 2600 | 128 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1115 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |