1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 45 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 700 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.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 63 L |
