1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 46 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 890 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berline | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
