1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 360 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2355 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |