1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA weights approximately 205 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | 750 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
