1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1955 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1955 Fiat 1900 is newer by 10 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 270 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1900. 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 | 1955 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 6C | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
