1961 Fiat Berline vs. 1980 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 395 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Golf. (100 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 1980 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Berline | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |