1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
