1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 23 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 455 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Fiat | Austin |
Model | 600 | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |