1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 126 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |