1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1998 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 53 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Prowler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Prowler 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 220 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Prowler.
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. 1998 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1998 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1998 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 6C | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 46 L |
