1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 23 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA 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 760 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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 | 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 6C | GTA |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
