1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 762 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, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
