1974 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1107 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
