1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 342 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfa 6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |