1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 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, 1995 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Fiesta | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |