1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2001 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Highlander (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1010 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 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander 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, 2001 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2001 Toyota Highlander 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. 2001 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
