1995 Acura Legend vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1965 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 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Legend | 2600 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |