1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 15 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 270 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, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2009 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Idea |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
