1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1970 Fiat 130
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1970 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 130 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
