1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 600 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry, 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, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | 100A Cherry | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
