2012 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1995 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1995 Nissan Rasheen (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. 1995 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | 1995 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Grande Punto | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
