1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 34 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 470 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
