1995 Innocenti Mille vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 597 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille. 2012 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1995 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1995 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Mille | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mille | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2712 mm |
