1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Quantum.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1997 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1900 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
