2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (63 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 25 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, 2007 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (124 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Punto | Felicia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |