1953 Porsche 1300 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 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 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Porsche 1300 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Porsche | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 1300 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2550 mm |
