1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 43 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 2600 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
