1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 834 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | Passat |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |