1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 16 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 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 283 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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 | 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 6C | 2600 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1217 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |