1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1956 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6.
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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1956 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GTV6 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
