1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 305 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Alfasud | 750 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 37 L |
