1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is newer by 7 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Punto weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Punto 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy
Make Fiat Pininfarina
Model Punto Enjoy
Year Released 1996 2003
Engine Size 1108 cc 1794 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1080 mm


 

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