1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Consorte | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 670 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
