2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1990 Isuzu Stylus
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Stylus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Stylus would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Stylus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (95 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Stylus should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Stylus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 1990 Isuzu Stylus (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Stylus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1990 Isuzu Stylus | |
| Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
| Model | Punto | Stylus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
