1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 18 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
