1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 75 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |