1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 1989 Ford Corsair has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Corsair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
