2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 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 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Laguna | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
