1995 Acura Legend vs. 1960 Fiat 600
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 765 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura Legend | 1960 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Legend | 600 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
