1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1983 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1983 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 510 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1983 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
