1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 344 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Fiat 1500 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 1950 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 1950 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1950 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
