1956 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Rover 600
To start off, 1998 Rover 600 is newer by 42 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 1,848 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 600 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 600 weights approximately 505 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, 1998 Rover 600, 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, 1998 Rover 600 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 600 | 1998 Rover 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 600 | 600 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |