1964 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 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 48 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 432 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1964 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2480 mm |