1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 450 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 ix20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 ix20 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17:01 |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2615 mm |
