1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 25 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
