1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
