2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 748 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
