1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 675 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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 Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfetta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 100 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
