1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Euro 1.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 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 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
