1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 488 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
