1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 61 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 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
