1999 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Punto would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Punto and 2009 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 480 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 65 L |
