1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 654 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
