1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is newer by 23 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 140 kg more than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
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 | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Willys-Overland |
| Model | 6C | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
