1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1497 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vivace | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2720 mm |
