1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1966 Ferrari 206
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 206 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 206 (217 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 206 should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 206.
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:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1966 Ferrari 206 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 1900 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
