1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2600 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 35 L |
