1970 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1970 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | GTV | 2600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 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 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 85 L |