1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Because 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 2000 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2301 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
