1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Croma weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1985 Fiat Croma (127 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm). This means 1985 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
