1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Berline | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
