1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1994 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.

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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Polo. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Fiat Punto 1994 Volkswagen Polo
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Punto Polo
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1372 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 136 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 67.4 mm 77.4 mm
Top Speed 198 km/hour 161 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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