1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1969 Maserati Mistral is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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:
| 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 6C | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
