1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 42 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 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 600 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Honda Life.
Because 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life 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, 2002 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 600 | Life |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |