1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1980 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1980 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Horizon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Horizon, 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, 1980 Plymouth Horizon (151 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Horizon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1980 Plymouth Horizon | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | 600 | Horizon |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2530 mm |