1968 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lancia Fulvia | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
Model | Fulvia | Passat |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |