1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 1968 Fiat 600 is newer by 20 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 71 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 6C | 600 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2010 mm |
