1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1974 Fiat 124 is newer by 15 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 124 weights approximately 160 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, 1974 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 124 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 124 | 600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 20 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 38 L |