1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 42 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 215 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |