1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Because 1979 Volkswagen 1302 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 1979 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1979 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cinquecento | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
