2006 Nissan Primera vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 38 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Because 1968 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Primera | 2600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 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 | 1488 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |