1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1966 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1966 Alpine A 110 is newer by 18 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 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 924 kg more than 1966 Alpine A 110. 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:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1966 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 6C | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| 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 | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
