1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
