1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 160 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 1500 | Passat |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |