1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 4,493 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1950 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 146 | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 1999 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |