1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1969 Fiat 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 42 L |
