2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 275 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Because 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 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 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Fiat | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Fiorino | 1900 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1883 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
