1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 51 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 290 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, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
