1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. Both 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C and 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C are equipped with a 2,443 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 150 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C.
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 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 6C | 6C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
