2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Punto Station Wagon
Year Released 2008 1950
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2650 mm


 

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