1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 1 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Applause | Punto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
