1964 Fiat Berline 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 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 203 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline.
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, 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Berline | Passat |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |