1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2002 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 46 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 550 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, 2002 Holden Vectra, 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2002 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
