1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 375 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 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Punto | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
