1974 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Passat | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Passat | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
