1997 Lancia Zeta vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Lancia Zeta. (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 534 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1967 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia Zeta | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Lancia | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Zeta | 2600 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |