2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
