1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 Abarth 2200 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1950 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2200 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 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 | 1090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
