1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 600 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 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 407 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |
