2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 913 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
