2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Passat (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Panda | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2560 mm |
