1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1337 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | Elba | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |