1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1997 Caterham C21
To start off, 1997 Caterham C21 is newer by 49 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, 1997 Caterham C21 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Caterham C21 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 846 kg more than 1997 Caterham C21.
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 | 1997 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 6C | C21 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
