1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1101 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Chrysler |
| Model | Punto | 300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 72 L |
