1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 43 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 858 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Passat |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |