1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 320 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
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:
| 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 6C | Alfetta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
