1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 29 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 32 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1995 Honda Accord, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
