1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 1952 Fiat 8V
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 1952 Fiat 8V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 90 | 8V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 61.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 79 L |
