1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 603 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cinquecento | Golf |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
