1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 956 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| 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 | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
