1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.
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 Volkswagen Pickup (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2006 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
