1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 140 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
