1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1981 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Mustang | 2600 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |