1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, both 1996 Fiat Punto and 1996 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Fiat | Porsche |
Model | Punto | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 841 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1150 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |