1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 22 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (158 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | GTV6 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |