1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 14 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (74 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 405 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.
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, 1982 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
