1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 48 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 484 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |