1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1994 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Parati weights approximately 145 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1994 Volkswagen Parati | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Parati |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
