2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 1998 Mazda Levante 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. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Levante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
