1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,583 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 59 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 4 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 Touran, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 2600 | Touran |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |