1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 43 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600.
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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira, 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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Fiat | Daewoo |
| Model | 600 | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
