1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2600 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2583 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 118 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
