1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Because 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 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 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 75 | 500 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |