1999 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 40 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura Integra weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Acura Integra, 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | Integra | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
