2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 21 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Punto | Gol |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2480 mm |