1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 28 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 275 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1988 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 1988 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 600 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |