1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1958 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1958 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 9 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 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia 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 227 kg more than 1958 Lancia Flaminia.
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 | 1958 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | 6C | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
