1999 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-01 | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RX-01 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2610 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
