1995 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 407 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Punto | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
