1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 46 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 445 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
