1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 130 | 146 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1712 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |