1967 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 856 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, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Caddy (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
