1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 20 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT 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 404 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | GT | 6C |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
