1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 8 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Punto (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 132 kg more than 1995 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 2003 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
