1946 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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, 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 6C | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
