1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1963 Austin A 99
To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 14 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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 | 1963 Austin A 99 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 6C | A 99 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |
