1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1996 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Subaru Vivio is newer by 35 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 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1996 Subaru Vivio, 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, 1996 Subaru Vivio (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Vivio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 1996 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
