2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
