1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |