1950 Austin A 90 vs. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1950 Austin A 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 140 kg more than 1950 Austin A 90. 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 Austin A 90 | 1942 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | A 90 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |
