1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Bravo (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 10 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, 1995 Fiat Bravo (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
