1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1958 Seat 600
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1958 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 484 kg more than 1958 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Seat 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 1958 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 1958 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Barchetta | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2010 mm |
