1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 30 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 (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 6C | 626 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
