1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1998 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 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. Both 1994 Fiat Punto and 1998 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1998 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Punto |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
