1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 850 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 1970 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 145 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
