1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 45 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 187 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTV | 1800 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |