2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1739 kg more than 1997 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | Punto |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2470 mm |
