1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 7 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Punto | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
