2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
