2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 41 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 63 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 937 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Polo | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
