2000 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 770 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 323 | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 323 | 600 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 633 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 38 L |