1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 45 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 2 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 48 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat Berline | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Berline | Sharan |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |