1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1617 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 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Punto | Ram |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 129 L |
