1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 250 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (142 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 118 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
