1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 6 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (103 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 210 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.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Golf (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Golf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
