1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 (176 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2000 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
