1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 167 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Giulia | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
