1968 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GTV | 2600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 100 L |