1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen SP is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen SP (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen SP should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen SP (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | SP |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
