1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 31 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (250 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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, 1997 Caterham C21 (252 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Caterham C21 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 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
Model | 2600 | C21 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |