1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 55 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Daewoo Lacetti 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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti, 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, 2011 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2011 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | 600 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
