1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 52 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1831 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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
