1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 900 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | 600 | Zeta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |