1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2003 Holden Berlina is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Berlina weights approximately 810 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, 2003 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2003 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 600 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |