1988 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | Strada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2718 mm |
