1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (109 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (103 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
