1993 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Albea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Fiat Albea. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Fiat |
| Model | Passat | Albea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
