1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 525 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Camry |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2360 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |