1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1994 Ford Royale
To start off, 1994 Ford Royale is newer by 28 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 54 more horse power than 1994 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Royale.
Because 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale, 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1994 Ford Royale | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 2600 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
