1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 91 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 492 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | 500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |