2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 496 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta.
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 Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Beretta. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Beretta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1994 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Punto | Beretta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
