1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1994 Mazda Midge were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda Midge weights approximately 179 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.
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 Mazda Midge (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Punto | Midge |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1019 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |