1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 116 weights approximately 530 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 2011 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Punto | 116 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
