1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1943 Fiat 500
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 435 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1943 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
