2002 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Pickup (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 906 kg more than 2002 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Pickup 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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Punto | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
