2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 619 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen 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 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1998 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Punto | Rasheen |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |