1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2008 Opel Agila 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Agila weights approximately 135 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 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Agila |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
