2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |
