1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,508 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 253 kg more than 1959 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, 1961 Vauxhall VX4 (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 600 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1003 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |