1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Fiat | Jeep |
| Model | Punto | Compass |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
