1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Telstar weights approximately 280 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 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Telstar, 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, 1985 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |
