1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 Chevrolet Kalos | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
