1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 12 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, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
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:
| 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | 6C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
