1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 48 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 346 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora 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 Bora (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1400 | Bora |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |