1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 600 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |