1979 Chrysler Newport vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Newport is newer by 12 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 694 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1979 Chrysler Newport (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chrysler Newport | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Newport | 2600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |