1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1300 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
