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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 594 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 170 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 | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |