2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,824 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1023 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.
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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
