1992 Holden Apollo vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 31 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 2,584 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 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Apollo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Apollo | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Apollo | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
