1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
