Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione

vs

Alfa Romeo MiTo

Italy vs Italy — 1939 vs 2008

Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione (1939)
Alfa Romeo MiTo (2008)
Specifications
6C 2500 CompetizioneMiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde)
Horsepower145 hp170 hp
Torque145 lb-ft184 lb-ft
Engine Size2,443 cc1,368 cc
0-60 mph7.3 sec
Top Speed124 mph136 mph
¼ Mile15.4 sec
Weight2,094 lbs2,524 lbs
Wheelbase2,700 mm2,511 mm
Length4,300 mm4,063 mm
Units Produced4
Value (Excellent)$8,000,000$15,000
Collectibility10/104/10
Rarity10/104/10
The Verdict

This matchup is remarkably close. The 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione 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 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione 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 145 hp, a 25-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione uses a Inline-6 DOHC displacing 2,443 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 124 mph. The Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 430 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione commands a significant premium over the 2008 Alfa Romeo MiTo QV (Quadrifoglio Verde), reflecting differences in prestige and rarity. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Competizione rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.