1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1952 Fiat 1400 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 270 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 6C | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
