1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 57 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1695 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
