1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1990 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1990 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Vauxhall Nova.
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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova, 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, 1990 Vauxhall Nova (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1990 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
