1947 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1972 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 511 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
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:
| 1947 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 6C | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2310 mm |
