1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. 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 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1965 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Willys-Overland |
Model | Alfetta | Aero-Willys 2600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |