1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 452 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (165 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
