1993 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Punto | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Punto | Defender |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3230 mm |
