1995 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 376 kg more than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Barchetta | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barchetta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
