1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 390 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.
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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 Marcia | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Marcia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
