1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 750 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 Terrano II 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |