1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cutlass | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
