1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 699 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 600 | Passat |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1529 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |