1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1959 Abarth 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 789 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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:
1959 Abarth 600 | 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 600 | 6C |
Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
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 | 41 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |