1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (115 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 500 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 500 | 146 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |