1986 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (137 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 199 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Volkswagen Golf (169 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Golf | 500 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
