1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 453 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 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will offer significantly more control. 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 Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
