2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 599 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Fusion | 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |