1998 Fiat Coupe vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Coupe | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Coupe | Passat |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
