1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1971 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Skyline | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
