1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1970 Lancia Fulvia 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
