1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Xedos |
| Model | Punto | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
