1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1994 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 880 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lexus GS 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 1994 Lexus GS. 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, 1994 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1994 Lexus GS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | Punto | GS |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |