1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1997 Ford Aerostar is newer by 29 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 685 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, 1997 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1997 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3030 mm |
