2001 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 32 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 61 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 146 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.9 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 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 |
