2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 12 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 131 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
