2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600

To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 36 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 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Panda 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
Make Fiat Alfa Romeo
Model Panda 2600
Year Released 2004 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2583 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 98 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 60 L


 

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