1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2011 Holden Captiva is newer by 52 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Holden Captiva weights approximately 1105 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 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva 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, 2011 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 600 | Captiva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |