1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 240 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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Punto | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
