1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 49 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 628 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
