1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 488 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2007 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
