1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (104 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1900 | Alfa 6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
