1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1986 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1986 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Avanti Avanti (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1986 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Avanti |
Model | 2600 | Avanti |
Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 5001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |