1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 (168 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 1750 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
