2004 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
