1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 26 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 960 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 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | 600 | Bravada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |