1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2000 Honda Z
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 34 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 112 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z 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, 2000 Honda Z 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2000 Honda Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 2600 | Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
