1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Punto | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 77 L |
