1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1521 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 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | Express |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 117 L |
