1993 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 1993 Fiat Punto and 1993 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 Golf (145 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Fiat Punto 1993 Volkswagen Golf
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Punto Golf
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 89 HP
Torque 137 Nm 145 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2480 mm


 

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