2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Punto | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
