1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (125 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 540 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfetta | 500 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 37 L |