1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 410 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Golf |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |