1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 520 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 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Punto | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |
