1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 16 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 115 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1150 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
