1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1975 Fiat 500
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 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 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 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1975 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 22 L |
