1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 504 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1100 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
