1979 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 18 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 45 more horse power than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Mazda RX-2. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda RX-2. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mazda RX-2 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | RX-2 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |