1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 377 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.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1200 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
