1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 5 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 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GT | 2600 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |