1989 Audi 100 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | 100 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
