1963 Fiat 1600 vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 1102 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1600. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero weights approximately 225 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 999 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1600. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1600 | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Fiat | SSC |
| Model | 1600 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1090 mm |
