1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1981 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1981 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 26 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (62 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1981 Plymouth Horizon (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1981 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |
