1998 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 671 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Punto | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | CC |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
