1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1955 Fiat 600
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 24 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1955 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, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1955 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
| Model | Longchamp | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
