1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy, 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berline | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
