1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Acura CSX
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura CSX weights approximately 483 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, 2009 Acura CSX, 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, 2009 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2009 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 600 | CSX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
