1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1970 Honda S600
To start off, 1970 Honda S600 is newer by 21 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 24 more horse power than 1970 Honda S600. (70 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 649 kg more than 1970 Honda S600. 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 | 1970 Honda S600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | 6C | S600 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2010 mm |
