1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 333 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | 850 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 30 L |
