1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 1 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 340 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |