1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, both 1968 Fiat 124 and 1968 Volkswagen 1600 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 124 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 124 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |