1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 230 kg more 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 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
