1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 630 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.
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, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
