1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 664 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat 133 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 1979 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 133 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
