1955 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 is newer by 43 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Vector M12 weights approximately 930 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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 1998 Vector M12 | |
Make | Fiat | Vector |
Model | 600 | M12 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 484 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |