1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 52 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 388 kg more than 1956 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
