1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 933 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Fiat | Lancia |
| Model | Punto | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
