1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1967 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 1900 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 22 L |
