1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 103 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Coupe | Beetle |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |