1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 25 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 460 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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 | 1970 Alfa Romeo GTV | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 6C | GTV |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 46 L |
