1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 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) has 105 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfa 6 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |