1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 1980 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1400 | 1980 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1400 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |