1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
