1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 955 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 500 | 166 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2710 mm |