Italy vs Italy — 1967 vs 1929
| 1750 GTV | 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 118 hp | 85 hp |
| Torque | 123 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 1,779 cc | 1,752 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 9.0 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 96 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 16.5 sec | — |
| Weight | 2,249 lbs | 1,852 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,340 mm | 2,745 mm |
| Length | 4,110 mm | 3,900 mm |
| Units Produced | 44,269 | 218 |
| Original MSRP | $4,350 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $80,000 | $8,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV brings more power, higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider answers with lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Alfa Romeo has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV with the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV holds a clear advantage in raw power with 118 hp compared to 85 hp, a 33-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV uses a Inline-4 DOHC displacing 1,779 cc, while the Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport relies on a Inline-6 DOHC Supercharged with 1,752 cc. The 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV claims a higher top speed at 118 mph compared to 96 mph. The Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 397 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 218 units built, the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider is considerably scarcer than the Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV's 44,269 examples. On the collector market, the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider commands a significant premium over the 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 GTV, 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.