1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Cordoba (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba.
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, 1996 Seat Cordoba (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Punto | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |