1997 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, both 1997 Fiat Punto and 1997 Lancia K were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 600 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Lancia K (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Punto | 1997 Lancia K | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Punto | K |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |