1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 41 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 601 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, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
