1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 677 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro 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 Vivaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Punto | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
