In 1923, Enzo Ferrari successfully convinced Vittorio Jano to depart from FIAT’s racing department and join him at Alfa Romeo. Vittorio Jano, renowned as one of the most talented and influential automobile engineers in history, took on the responsibility of overseeing Alfa Romeo’s Grand Prix racing program and designing its road cars. This collaboration led to the creation of some of the most thrilling vehicles of their time, solidifying Alfa Romeo’s reputation for producing exceptional sporting driver’s cars.
Derived from the successful Tipo 6C 1500, which itself traced its roots to Jano’s victorious P2 that clinched the 1925 World Championship, the Tipo 6C 1750 made its debut in 1929. This model featured a modified version of the 1500’s six-cylinder engine, now enlarged to 1,752cc. Offered in both single-cam Turismo and twin-cam Sport (later renamed Gran Turismo) variants, the 6C 1750 stood out as an exhilarating and swift sports car that combined lightweight construction with impressive performance.
Jano’s innovative design extended to the chassis, a product of his fresh perspective on a blank canvas. The chassis was low and lightweight, incorporating semi-elliptical springs that passed through the front axle. The 6C 1750 not only competed successfully against larger and more powerful counterparts but emerged victorious, showcasing the triumph of balance, agility, and almost telepathic responsiveness over cumbersome behemoths.
Source: Bonhams Cars
