1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Opel Antara
To start off, 2009 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Antara weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2009 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 2009 Opel Antara | |
Make | Fiat | Opel |
Model | Punto | Antara |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |