1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 69 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1800 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model 1800 Golf
Year Released 1959 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 75 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.5 mm 92.8 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1215 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 55 L


 

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