Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport

vs

Alfa Romeo MiTo

Italy vs Italy — 1929 vs 2008

Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport (1929)
Alfa Romeo MiTo (2008)
Specifications
6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato SpiderMiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde)
Horsepower85 hp170 hp
Torque184 lb-ft
Engine Size1,752 cc1,368 cc
0-60 mph7.3 sec
Top Speed96 mph136 mph
¼ Mile15.4 sec
Weight1,852 lbs2,524 lbs
Wheelbase2,745 mm2,511 mm
Length3,900 mm4,063 mm
Units Produced218
Value (Excellent)$8,000,000$15,000
Collectibility10/104/10
Rarity10/104/10
The Verdict

This matchup is remarkably close. The 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider offers lighter weight, stronger collectibility, while the 2008 Alfa Romeo MiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde) counters with more power, higher top speed, better value. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.

Overview

Within the Alfa Romeo stable, the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider and 2008 Alfa Romeo MiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde) represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Alfa Romeo badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 2008 Alfa Romeo MiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 170 hp compared to 85 hp, a 85-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport uses a Inline-6 DOHC Supercharged displacing 1,752 cc, while the Alfa Romeo MiTo relies on a Inline-4 DOHC 16V Turbo with 1,368 cc. The 2008 Alfa Romeo MiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde) claims a higher top speed at 136 mph compared to 96 mph. The Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 672 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider commands a significant premium over the 2008 Alfa Romeo MiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde), reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.