1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barchetta | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
