2009 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1956 Fiat 600
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2009 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Voyager | 1956 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Voyager | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
