1941 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1941 GAZ 10-73 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 GAZ 10-73 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1941 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1941 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 50 kg more than 1941 GAZ 10-73. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 GAZ 10-73 | 1940 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | GAZ | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 10-73 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1940 |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
