1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Honda Integra
To start off, 2001 Honda Integra is newer by 42 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), 2001 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Integra (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Integra weights approximately 450 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, 2001 Honda Integra, 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, 2001 Honda Integra (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2001 Honda Integra 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. 2001 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2001 Honda Integra | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Integra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |