1985 Fiat Croma vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Croma. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 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 135 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (145 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Croma. (127 Nm). This means 1980 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Croma | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Croma | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
