1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1991 Mercury Capri is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercury Capri weights approximately 330 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, 1991 Mercury Capri, 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, 1991 Mercury Capri (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1991 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
