2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (98 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Proton Saloon. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1996 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Fiat | Proton |
| Model | Punto | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
