1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1993 Lada Samara
To start off, 1993 Lada Samara is newer by 34 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lada Samara weights approximately 170 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, 1993 Lada Samara, 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, 1993 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 1993 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | 600 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
