1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is newer by 21 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall Viscount should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
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 | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 6C | Viscount |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
