1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 90 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |