2006 Fiat Idea vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Fiat Idea is newer by 47 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Idea weights approximately 400 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, 2006 Fiat Idea, 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, 2006 Fiat Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Idea | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Idea | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
