1953 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 37 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 140 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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 | 1990 Alfa Romeo SZ | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 6C | SZ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
