2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 78 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stilo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
