1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |