1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Zagato Raptor
To start off, 1996 Zagato Raptor 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Zagato Raptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Zagato Raptor (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Zagato Raptor weights approximately 280 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 Zagato Raptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Zagato Raptor will offer significantly more control. 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 Zagato Raptor (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Zagato Raptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1996 Zagato Raptor | |
| Make | Fiat | Zagato |
| Model | Punto | Raptor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
