1959 BMW 600 vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 BMW 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 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 600 | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2520 mm |
