1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 516 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
