1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 31 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (54 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Golf |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |