2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Pony (83 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 853 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1998 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1998 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Punto | Pony |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
