1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 130 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
