1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 430 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, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
