1972 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTA | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 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 | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
