1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E is newer by 28 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 600 | 1997 Tata E | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | 600 | E |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |