1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
Model | Newport | 600 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |