1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1954 Fiat V8
To start off, 1954 Fiat V8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat V8 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 360 kg more than 1954 Fiat V8.
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:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1954 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 6C | V8 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
