1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
