2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 44 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 95 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1961 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 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Picasso | 2600 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |