1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 51 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1285 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600. 2011 Hyundai Equus has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Equus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 600 | Equus |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5159 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3045 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 77 L |