1943 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 45 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1943 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero 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 250 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
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 | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 6C | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.7 mm |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |
