1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 541 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
