1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
