1971 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1963 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1963 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTA | 1500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |