1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Primula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Primula would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (95 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Primula | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
