1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (190 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTV | 1400 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |