1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 44 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 254 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, 2010 Volkswagen Citi, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 2600 | Citi |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |