1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 946 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3340 mm |
