1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 43 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 990 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 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
