1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1973 Fiat 500
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1973 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
