1944 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1944 Citroen 7

To start off, both 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C and 1944 Citroen 7 were released in the same year (1944). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 600 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C 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 1944 Alfa Romeo 6C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 7, 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.

Compare all specifications:

1944 Alfa Romeo 6C 1944 Citroen 7
Make Alfa Romeo Citroen
Model 6C 7
Year Released 1944 1944
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 1303 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2920 mm


 

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