1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1962 Abarth 2400 is newer by 13 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 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 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 350 kg more than 1962 Abarth 2400.
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:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2400 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
