1964 Volvo P 1800 vs. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1964 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo P 1800 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 410 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 1800.
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:
| 1964 Volvo P 1800 | 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Volvo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | P 1800 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1939 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
