1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 20 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Abarth | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 6C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 77 L |
