1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta. (102 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1984 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1800 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |