2011 Renault Trafic vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 50 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic, 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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Trafic | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Trafic | 2600 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 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 | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
