1969 Alpine A vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1971 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alpine A would be higher. At 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alpine A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alpine A (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alpine A weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 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 Alpine A | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Fiat |
| Model | A | 500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1565 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
