1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 14 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1380 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Punto | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Carnival |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |