2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1986 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1986 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
