1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 600 (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 600 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 600 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1955 Fiat 600 (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 500 | 600 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 28 L |