1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 28 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), 1996 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 600 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |
