1960 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1245 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 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3050 mm |
