1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 47 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 963 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Berline | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2881 mm |