1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1984 Audi 4000
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 18 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 63 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000. 1984 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1984 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 2600 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
