2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 278 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (150 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Barchetta | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
