1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 46 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 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 2006 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
