1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Tipo | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
