1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1971 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1971 Lancia 2000 is newer by 12 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Lancia 2000, 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, 1971 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1971 Lancia 2000 | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 600 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |