1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1954 Fiat V8
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Fiat V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat V8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1954 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 75 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
