1954 Fiat 1900 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 550 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1900. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1900 | 2005 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1900 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1725 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
