1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1698 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 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56. 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 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Punto | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 98 L |
