1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 695 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Innocenti Elba. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Elba | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elba | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
