1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Kia Pride Wagon.
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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Punto | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Punto | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |