2000 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Punto weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Mazda 121.
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, 1992 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Punto | 1992 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 121 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
