1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 39 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2005 Honda Life | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
Model | 2600 | Life |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 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 | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |