1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 490 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
