1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2004 Mazda Spiano 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
