2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tahoe | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
