1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Italdesign Tapiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro (217 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | Fiat | Italdesign |
| Model | 600 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1120 mm |
