1950 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
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 | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Vauxhall |
| Model | 6C | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |
