1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 275 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
