1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1962 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 115 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1962 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | Graduate | Berline |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 38 L |
