1973 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (108 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
