1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 1500 | 146 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 201 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 | 990 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |