1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1957 Seat 600 is newer by 8 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. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. 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 | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
| Model | 6C | 600 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2010 mm |
