1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (81 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 58 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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 Giulia (105 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Giulia | 1500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |