1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 38 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1010 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
