1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (261 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 130 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 130 | 146 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |