1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
