1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MCC ForFour (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC ForFour weights approximately 150 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour, 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 MCC ForFour (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Fiat | MCC |
| Model | 600 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
