2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 582 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 8C Competizione | X1-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2210 mm |
