1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1998 Nissan Laurel 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. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 390 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 1998 Nissan Laurel 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 1998 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1998 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 1998 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1998 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Laurel |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |