1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1954 Austin A 70
To start off, 1954 Austin A 70 is newer by 5 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. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. 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 | 1954 Austin A 70 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 6C | A 70 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1954 |
| 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 | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
