1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
