1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 25 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Gol, 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, 1958 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Gol |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |