1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 24 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 38 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 429 kg more than 1973 Ford Cortina. 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 | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 6C | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
