1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 14 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1565 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Quest |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
