1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (45 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1400 | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1400 | Sedan |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 97 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |