1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1988 Fiat Vivace is newer by 27 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1988 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1988 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 102 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2230 mm |
