2000 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
Model | 146 | 1800 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |