1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 8 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfetta | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |