1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1958 Abarth 500 is newer by 6 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 84 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 955 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 500 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
