1957 BMW 600 vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2000 Fiat Duna is newer by 43 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Duna (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Duna weights approximately 335 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, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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, 2000 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Duna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 140 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2370 mm |
