1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
