1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 32 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 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 Mazda 929. 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 | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 6C | 929 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
