1976 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo GT.
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 GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GT | 1800 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 38 L |