1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 120 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Passat |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |