1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2000 Caterham 7
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 51 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 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 960 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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 | 2000 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Caterham |
| Model | 6C | 7 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 1137 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 10750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
