1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 335 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | i30 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 53 L |
