1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 44 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1080 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | T5 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |