1952 Abarth 1500 vs. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Abarth 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Abarth 1500 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1952 Abarth 1500. (75 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Abarth 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1952 Abarth 1500. 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:
| 1952 Abarth 1500 | 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1500 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1479 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
