1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1949 Rover P4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 81 kg more than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rover |
| Model | 6C | P4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
