1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Tata Mint
To start off, 2005 Tata Mint 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata Mint is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata Mint (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata Mint should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata Mint weights approximately 12 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.
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, 2005 Tata Mint (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Tata Mint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2005 Tata Mint | |
| Make | Fiat | Tata |
| Model | Punto | Mint |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
