1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 15 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 1176 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Punto | Vito |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
