1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 851 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.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Punto | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
