1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 49 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 700 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 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | 600 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
