1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1975 Fiat 124
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 124 weights approximately 361 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. 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, 1975 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1975 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |
