1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 31 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 170 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1991 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2400 mm |
