1943 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1943 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1943 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 705 kg more than 1943 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Fiat 500 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 1943 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora, 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.
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1943 Fiat 500 | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Bora |
Year Released | 1943 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |