1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
