2011 Mazda 3 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 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 2,584 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 181 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, 2011 Mazda 3, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 3 | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2584 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 | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
