1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 57 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 791 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Fiat | Dodge |
Model | 600 | Caliber |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |