2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1996 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
