1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Strada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
