1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 55 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 845 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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Croma |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |