2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Brava |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
