1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 32 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 750 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
