1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1994 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Holden Nova. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 15 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Nova |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
