2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol 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 30 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 888 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Punto | Gol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
