1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1995 Rover 414i
To start off, 1995 Rover 414i is newer by 38 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 414i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 414i (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 414i should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 414i weights approximately 396 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, 1995 Rover 414i, 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, 1995 Rover 414i (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 414i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1995 Rover 414i | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 600 | 414i |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |