1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 22 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 55 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, 1983 Ford Meteor, 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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
