1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1997 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 40 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 540 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Fiat | Venturi |
Model | 600 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |