1985 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 75 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1964 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |