1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |