1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 9 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
