1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 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 99 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 635 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 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 1958 Fiat 500. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 2001 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2512 mm |