1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC is newer by 8 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn SC weights approximately 74 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 2002 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Punto | SC |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
