1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1975 Fiat 127 is newer by 16 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 600 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127.
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, 1975 Fiat 127, 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, 1975 Fiat 127 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 127 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | Fiat | Fiat |
Model | 127 | 600 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |