1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
