1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Fiat Panda is newer by 10 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, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 255 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Volkswagen Passat (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Panda | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
