1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1975 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX is newer by 26 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan 260 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan 260 ZX 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 214 kg more than 1975 Nissan 260 ZX.
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 | 1975 Nissan 260 ZX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 6C | 260 ZX |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
