2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Passat (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (169 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grande Punto | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
