1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
