1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1992 Fiat Vivace is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1967 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1992 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Vivace | 600 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
