1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 50 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1145 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600. 2006 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
