1952 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1960 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1960 BMW Isetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1960 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1960 BMW Isetta. 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 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1960 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | 6C | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1510 mm |
