1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Renault Scenic II
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic II is newer by 46 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic II (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Renault Scenic II, 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, 2007 Renault Scenic II (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2007 Renault Scenic II | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 600 | Scenic II |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
