1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | 600 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |