1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 890 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 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
