1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 851 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Punto | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
