1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 340 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
