1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1950 Fiat 1400

To start off, both 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C and 1950 Fiat 1400 were released in the same year (1950). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 270 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. 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:

1950 Alfa Romeo 6C 1950 Fiat 1400
Make Alfa Romeo Fiat
Model 6C 1400
Year Released 1950 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2443 cc 1395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 105 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 66 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 50 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]