1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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 Alfa 6 (179 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | Alfa 6 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |