1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 50 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Siena weights approximately 244 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, 2010 Fiat Siena, 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, 2010 Fiat Siena (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Siena |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 54 L |
