1957 BMW 600 vs. 1997 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 260 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 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 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1997 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2230 mm |
