1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2005 Mahindra Commander is newer by 11 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 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 2005 Mahindra Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mahindra Commander will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Fiat | Mahindra |
| Model | Punto | Commander |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
