1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 42 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 6C | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 63 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
