2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Passat (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Seicento | Passat |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |