1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 45 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Atos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
