1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 80 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
