1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 812 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
