1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint weights approximately 420 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Sprint (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Sprint | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Sprint | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
