1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1994 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1640 kg |
