2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
