1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1994 Chevrolet Beretta were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 287 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
