1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 690 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Fiat Punto | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |