2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1995 Fiat Panda
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 Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (69 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 360 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1995 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
