1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 32 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Artic (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Artic should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 468 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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2000 Ford Artic 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. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2000 Ford Artic | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | 600 | Artic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |