1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 631 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 74 L |
