1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 15 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 2,584 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 110 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Opel |
| Model | 2600 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
