1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Punto | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
