1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1958 Abarth 750 is newer by 5 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 865 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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 750 | 1953 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 750 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 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 | 535 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
