1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1961 Abarth 700 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 800 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 700 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
