1990 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 1,566 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Alfa Romeo 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2010 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 75 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1566 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
