1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 270 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. 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:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 6C | 16 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
