1945 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 61 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 100 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Alfa Romeo 6C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 6C | Defender |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
