1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 2 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 790 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 1996 Mazda MPV 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 1996 Mazda MPV. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | MPV |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
