1984 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 607 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Fiat Panda | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Panda | Passat |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 62 L |