1961 Fiat 850 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 477 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 850 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 850 | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |