1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 75 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |