1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 550 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2470 mm |