2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
