1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 1956 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1956 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1956 Volkswagen Beetle (88 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1100 | 1956 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1100 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 42 L |