1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Parati is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Parati should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Parati will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1997 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Parati |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |