1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600

To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 25 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 2,583 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 53 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Alfa Romeo 75 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600
Make Alfa Romeo Alfa Romeo
Model 75 2600
Year Released 1987 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2583 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 110 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 185 km/hour 193 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1260 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 60 L


 

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