1995 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 966 kg more than 1995 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Punto | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Punto | Voyager |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |