2006 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | 156 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
