1996 Fiat Punto vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 3 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 732 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 1999 Nissan Serena is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto. 1999 Nissan Serena has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Serena will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Serena |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
