1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2000 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1988 Lancia Hit (304 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (278 Nm). This means 1988 Lancia Hit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lancia Hit | 2000 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lancia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Hit | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
