1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 1972 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Triumph |
| Model | 1900 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2120 mm |
