1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 540 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 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
