2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 930 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 500 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fiat |
| Model | GT | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 1960 mm |
