1982 Lancia 037 Rallye vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 269 kg more than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Because 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye 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 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye. (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia 037 Rallye | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | 037 Rallye | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
