1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 265 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
