1977 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 830 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1977 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Suburban | 2600 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |