1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1998 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
