1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2512 mm |
