1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 16 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 1,400 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 883 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, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2919 mm |
