1996 Fiat Punto vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 538 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Punto. (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Punto | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
