2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Nissan Serena. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Serena |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
