1965 Ferrari 512 F1 vs. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
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:
| 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | 1956 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 512 F1 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
