1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 39 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
