1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1961 Fiat 850 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2000 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 38 L |
