2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 645 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Punto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
