2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 1992 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
