1995 Fiat Coupe vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (195 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (295 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Coupe | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
