1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 24 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 85 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 1984 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
