1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tipo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
