2004 Acura MDX vs. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (164 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 904 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | MDX | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
