1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,000 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 1962 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2919 mm |