1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Proton 300
To start off, 2005 Proton 300 is newer by 37 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton 300 weights approximately 208 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 1968 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2005 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | 600 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
