1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 429 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 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Golf |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |