1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1968 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1850 mm |
