1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1400 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
