1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
