1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 260 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, 1981 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 600 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |