2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat

To start off, 2000 Fiat Coupe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Fiat Coupe 1997 Volkswagen Passat
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Coupe Passat
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 129 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2710 mm