2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto.
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, 2004 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Punto | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |