1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 38 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 220 kg more than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 6C | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
