1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 458 kg more than 1966 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 Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfetta | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |