2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 755 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1965 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Five Hundred | 1600 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 281 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |