2001 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 930 kg more than 2001 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Punto. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Punto | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Punto | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
