1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 49 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (22 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 873 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| 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 | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
