2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 826 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Viano | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
