1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600.
Because 1956 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 1956 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
