1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 48 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600.
Because 2007 Ford Fusion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2007 Ford Fusion 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. 2007 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2007 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |